A two image collage of a raft with anglers floating down a lazy river on the left and on the right, two wingshooters fallowing their dog down a steep hill.

2026 Orvis-Endorsed Award Winners & Finalists

Over four decades ago, Orvis embarked on a mission to make planning a world-class fly fishing or wingshooting experience easier. We sought out the best operations, destinations, and service providers, and we worked alongside them to perfect their systems, their facilities, and most importantly, their customer-facing experience. The result was the Orvis-Endorsed Program.

 

Each year, representatives from this remarkable network of outdoor leaders are recognized as the best of the best. These accolades represent the genuine sentiments of our customers, as their positive feedback is the ultimate measure of success.

 

This designation also speaks to an operation’s environmental commitment, stewardship of their associated natural resource, and partnership with Orvis in providing the finest fly fishing and wingshooting experience possible.

The inside of the dining room at Brush Creek Ranch, WY.

2026 Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing Lodge Of The Year

WINNER—Brush Creek Ranch, Wyoming

“My family and I had an amazing fly fishing experience! Our guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and patient with us throughout, making our time on the water truly enjoyable. Brush Creek Ranch provides exceptional service, and the fly fishing experience was just superb. Our boys each caught a trout, which really made their trip! Great fishing gear from Orvis and fantastic guides for fishing, what more do you need?!? Thank you, BCR, and all the guides! We are looking forward to coming back!”


FINALISTS:

Chetola Resort, Blowing Rock, North Carolina

The Lodge At Palisades Creek, Irwin, Idaho

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Two people show off a giant spotted fish under a blue sky.

2026 Orvis-Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide Of The Year

WINNER—Dustin White, Casper, Wyoming

“I’ve had Dustin as a guide a few times and he is a top-class guide and human being! He is very friendly, professional, and has incredible knowledge. He is also very good at understanding what the client wants from a trip. I’m impressed at how much effort he puts into every time I’ve been with him. I’d imagine he puts in that amount of thought and effort with every client. I have a lot of respect for what he does.”


FINALISTS:

PJ Smith, Westby, Wisconsin

Doc Thompson, Ute Park, New Mexico

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The lodge at Joshua Creek Ranch under a bluebird sky with wispy clouds.

2026 Orvis-Endorsed Wingshooting Lodge Of The Year

WINNER—Joshua Creek Ranch, Boerne, Texas

“Consistently outstanding! I’ve been blessed to visit Joshua Creek Ranch for upland bird hunting at least twice every season for many years. Maintaining this level of excellence is a lot of work and I’m always so impressed by the people, the facilities, and the dining experience. A very special thanks to the guides who work so hard to make the experience special.”


FINALISTS:

Flying B Ranch, Kamiah, Idaho

Flint Oak, Fall River, Kansas

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Tim Linehan wearing blaze orange with a whistle in his mouth.

2026 Orvis-Endorsed Wingshooting Guide Of The Year

WINNER—Tim Linehan, Yaak, Montana

“Tim and Joanne are superb people, and I felt very fortunate to spend 3 days grouse hunting with them. Everything was handled so professionally and exceeded expectations—from the booking process and clear directions upon arrival to, most importantly, the hunting. We saw tons of birds, great dog work, wildlife, and beautiful country. It was everything I hoped for in a Montana experience.”


FINALISTS:

Ryan Aune, Cody, Wyoming

Tyson Tabler, Saskatchewan, Canada

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2026 Orvis-Endorsed Outfitter Of The Year

WINNER—The Tackle Shop, Ennis, Montana

“This fall makes seven years wherein I have been able to enjoy fly fishing with The Tackle Shop’s John Way. Through spring, summer, and fall seasons…in sun, rain, sleet, and snow…John has time after time demonstrated his knowledge, skills, and commitment to client satisfaction. He works HARD to put you on fish and tactfully helps you to overcome any shortcomings and improve your skills.”


FINALISTS:

Cross Current Outfitters, Starlight, Pennsylvania

Points North Outfitters, Pittsburg, New Hampshire

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2026 Orvis-Endorsed International Destination Of The Year

WINNER—El Pescador Lodge, Belize

“I recommend El Pescador to anyone looking for a saltwater fly fishing vacation. Everything about it is fantastic: the fishing, the scenery, the lodge, the food, and especially the staff. It is probably the most genuinely hospitable place we’ve ever been. Our guides put us on fish every day. Between us, we caught bonefish, tarpon, and permit, and my 15-year-old got a grand slam on our final day. I can’t emphasize enough just how kind the staff is there. It is genuine, warm hospitality. We had a great time and can’t wait to go back.”



FINALISTS:

Matapiojo Lodge, Chile

Los Ombues, Argentina

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Past Winners

2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

SOUTH HOLSTON RIVER LODGE | Bristol, Tennessee


2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

PHEASANT BONANZA Tekamah, Nebraska


2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER/FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

ALL WATER GUIDES | Austin, Texas


2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

ANTOINE BISSIEUX | West Hartford, Connecticut


2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

TYSON TABLER Saskatchewan, Canada


2025 ORVIS-ENDORSED INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

FISH PARTNER | Iceland

2024 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

THE WHITE RIVER INN | Cotter, Arkansas


2024 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

HIGHLAND HILLS RANCH | Condon, Oregon


2024 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER/FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

BRECKENRIDGE OUTFITTERS | Breckenridge, CO


2024 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

DUSTIN COFFEY | North Carolina


2024 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

HUNTER LIVELY | Mingus, TX

2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

NORTH FORK RANCH | Shawnee, Colorado


2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

FLINT OAK RANCH | Fall River, Kansas


2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

BLUE HORIZON LODGE | Belize


2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

LOPSTICK OUTFITTERS | Pittsburg, New Hampshire


2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

MATT MILES | Lynchburg, Virginia


2023 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

JON HUBBLE | Texas



2023 ORVIS CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR

JIMMY BRYAN | Prairie Wildlife, MS


2023 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

THOMAS E. BALTZ

2022 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

LINCOLN WESTBY | Blue Horizon Lodge, Belize


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

ALASKA SPORTSMAN'S LODGE | Lake Iliamna/Bristol Bay region, Alaska


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

GREYSTONE CASTLE SPORTING CLUB | Mingus, Texas


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

EL PESCADOR LODGE | Belize


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

WILLOWFLY ANGLERS | Almont, Colorado


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

BRYAN DONOWAY | Jarrettsville, Maryland


2022 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

DAVE BROWN | Dave Brown Outfitters—Arizona Quail Guides, Patagonia, Arizona



2022 ORVIS FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

NORTHWEST OUTFITTERS | Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

2021 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

PAUL ROOS | Montana


2021 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

MADISON VALLEY RANCH | Ennis, Montana


2021 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

FLYING B RANCH | Kamiah, Idaho


2021 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

LILLARD FLY FISHING EXPEDITIONS | Pisgah Forest, North Carolina


2021 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

ALBERTO REY | Fredonia, New York


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

MIKE GOLDSMITH | Joshua Creek Ranch, Boerne, Texas


2021 ORVIS-ENDORSED CONSERVATIONIST OF THE YEAR

BRIAN KRAFT | Alaska Sportsman’s Lodge, Bristol Bay region, Alaska


2021 ORVIS DEALER OF THE YEAR

TCO FLY SHOP | Pennsylvania

2020 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

STEVE GROSSMAN | Double Gun Bird Hunts, Staples, Minnesota


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

HEALING WATERS LODGE | Twin Bridges, Montana


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

PRAIRIE WILDLIFE | West Point, Mississippi


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

LINEHAN OUTFITTING | Troy, Montana


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

BJ WALLE | Flying B Ranch, Kamiah, Idaho


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED FRESHWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

JOSH PFEIFFER | Maryville, Tennessee


2020 ORVIS-ENDORSED SALTWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

CAPTAIN RENE LETOURNEAU | Pawtucket, Rhode Island


2020 FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

BAY STREET OUTFITTERS | Beaufort, South Carolina

2019 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

LONNIE ALLEN | Three Rivers Ranch, Idaho


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

CRYSTAL CREEK LODGE | King Salmon, Alaska


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

SOUTHWIND PLANTATION | Attapulgus, Georgia


2019 INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

HAWK LAKE LODGE | Kenora, Ontario


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

CROSS CURRENT GUIDE SERVICE & OUTFITTERS | Starlight, Pennsylvania


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

RYAN O’SHAUGHNESSY | Alpine, Texas


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED FRESHWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

CHIP SWANSON | Breckenridge, Colorado


2019 ORVIS-ENDORSED SALTWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

DUANE BAKER | Tavernier, Florida


2019 FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

ANGLER’S COVEY | Colorado Springs, Colorado

2018 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

SANDY MORET | Islamorada, Florida


2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

WOLLASTON LAKE LODGE | Saskatchewan, Canada


2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

JOSHUA CREEK RANCH | Boerne, Texas


2018 INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

SALVELINUS | Spanish Pyrenees



2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

WILD WATERS FLY FISHING | Mt. Shasta, California


2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

MARK NISSEN | Glendale, Wisconsin


2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED FRESHWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

JENNY MAYRELL-WOODRUFF | Broken Bow, Oklahoma


2018 ORVIS-ENDORSED SALTWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

CAPTAIN JASON SULLIVAN | Everglades National Park, Florida


2018 FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

UNICOI OUTFITTERS | Helen, Georgia

2017 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

MATT LIBBY, SR. | Libby Camps, Maine


2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

BIG HOLE LODGE | Wise River, Montana


2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

SOUTHWIND PLANTATION | Attapulgus, Georgia


2017 INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

EL PESCADOR LODGE & VILLAS | Ambergris Caye, Belize



2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

THE TACKLE SHOP OUTFITTERS | Ennis, Montana


2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

ERIC HARRISON | Boerne, Texas


2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED FRESHWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

KIP VIETH | Monticello, Minnesota


2017 ORVIS-ENDORSED SALTWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

CAPT. LUCAS BISSETT | Slidell, Louisiana


2017 FLY SHOP OF THE YEAR

BEAVERKILL ANGLER | Roscoe, New York

2016 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD WINNER

CAROLYN PARKER | River Run Outfitters, Branson, Missouri


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED FLY FISHING LODGE OF THE YEAR

THE LODGE AT GLENDORN | Bradford, Pennsylvania


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING LODGE OF THE YEAR

PAUL NELSON FARM | Gettysburg, South Dakota


2016 INTERNATIONAL DESTINATION OF THE YEAR

MAGIC WATERS PATAGONIA LODGE | Coyhaique, Chile


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED OUTFITTER OF THE YEAR

ELLENSBURG ANGLER | Ellensburg, Washington


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED WINGSHOOTING GUIDE OF THE YEAR

RANDY MATIS | Elgin, Arizona


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED FRESHWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

JOHN HERZER | Blackfoot River Outfitters, Missoula, Montana


2016 ORVIS-ENDORSED SALTWATER GUIDE OF THE YEAR

CAPTAIN KEN CHAMBERS | Backcountry Guide Service, Naples, Florida


2016 ORVIS AUTHORIZED DEALER OF THE YEAR

BRECKENRIDGE OUTFITTERS | Breckenridge, Colorado